For coldweather fishing, I don’t think there is a better, more versatile glove on the market than the Simms Foldover mitt. Lightweight, DWR-finish soft-shell with a Windstopper® lining means these mitts are warm without unnecessary bulk. You can fold the mitt back and tuck it under the cuff when you need finger dexterity, and there is even a built-in pocket for heater packs – a smart little detail. These babies are absolutely essential for steelhead chasing, and the other thing I love about them is that they are versatile enough to use for lots of other coldweather pursuits. Available right now … Continue reading →

Flat Creek is opening up August 1st. Time to get your gear together… Continue reading →

The Simms “Paclite” Jacket is the “do it all” rain jacket/ wind breaker… Continue reading →

Nothing kills a great day of fishing like getting cooked until you feel like an overdone ham halfway through the day. What’s particularly silly about letting this happen is that it’s entirely avoidable with a little preparation and the right gear. Continue reading →

The Scott A4 has quickly become a favorite for us at HCF.  If you are looking for a well-built rod that is about as versatile as you can get, the A4 might just be the rod for you. The A4 is a faster rod with a mid-to-tip flex, which I have found ideal for fishing our area, whether its out of a boat or from the shore.  We feel this rod is so versatile that we decided to outfit all of our guides solely with A4 rods this season. Not only is it a great rod for trout fishing, it … Continue reading →

With opening day for fishing in Yellowstone National Park right around the corner (Memorial Day weekend), we thought this would be a great time to give a heads up about how to make sure your fishing trip to Yellowstone is the best it can be: 1. Yellowstone NP Fishing License 2012 License Fees: 3 day- $18 7 day- $25 Season- $40 Children under 16 can obtain a youth Yellowstone fishing permit for free. Don’t get caught without one!   2. Yellowstone Map We carry a great selection of Yellowstone maps.  And if you’re lucky, we might even point out some … Continue reading →

The Skwala (Stonefly: Perlodidae) hatch is our first major hatch of importance in the West… Continue reading →

  Fishing trip report 3/29/12 Section: Wilson- South Park (Snake River) Bugs: Midges and a few BWO’s Weather: Cloudy,  moderate snowfall, and winds 10-15   Had a fun day on the water with Maggie Jordan and her friend Eric Gardinio.  We only saw a few fish rise all day but the ones that were rising were attacking bugs.  With the lack of action up top we spent the day fishing nymphs and streamers.  The streamer bite was the most productive and had plenty of chasers throughout the day.  Both black and olive streamers with some weight seemed to be the ticket. Nymping produced a … Continue reading →

Our guides are happy to help you improve your technique, and angling knowledge, in whatever capacity you’re looking for. Whether it’s learning some new knots, getting tips on fly selection, learning how to double-haul, or just simply having a fun, relaxing time on the river, be upfront about what you want to get out of the day… Continue reading →

In this edition of HCF’s Fly Tying Recipes, we offer the “Prince Nymph”. As always, each fly pattern shared in our recipe section was designed by the owners, guides or staff at High Country Flies. Check out this recipe to see a larger photo, get fly tying tips and recieve expert advice on how to fish this fly most effectively. Continue reading →